2006 FIAT MULTIPLA technical specifications

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FUEL FILLER CAP
the cap (B) is fitted with an antiloss device (C) which fastens it to the lid
(A) so it cannot be mislaid.
To open: hold the cap (B) still, turn the key anticlockwise, turn the cap by
about half a turn and remove it.
While refuelling, the cap can be placed directly on the flap (A) as shown
in the figure.
IMPORTANT The hermetic closure may cause a slight pressure build-up
in the tank, a slight hiss when opening the cap is quite normal.
To close: fit the cap (with the key) and turn it clockwise until you hear
one or more clicks; hold the cap still, turn the key clockwise then
remove it.
IMPORTANT If it becomes necessary to replace the cap, use only an
original spare, otherwise the vapour recovery system efficiency could
become reduced.
REFUELLING
To guarantee full tank filling, carry out two refuelling operations after the
first click of the fuel delivery gun. Avoid further topping up operations
that could cause damages to the fuel system.
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Do not put naked flames or lighted cigarettes near the fuel filler hole as there is a
danger of fire. Do not bend too close to the hole either so as not to breathe in
harmful vapours.WARNING
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PROTECTING
THE ENVIRONMENT
Protecting the environment has been the guiding
principle in the design of the Fiat Multipla right from
start. The result is the use of materials and creation of
devices that can reduce or considerably curtail harmful
influences on the environment.The devices for curtailing petrol engine emissions are
the following:
❒three-way catalytic converter;
❒Lambda sensor;
❒fuel evaporation system.
The devices for curtailing diesel fuel engine emissions
are the following:
❒oxidising catalytic converter;
❒exhaust gas recirculation system (E.G.R.).
As a consequence Fiat Multipla is ready to travel with
several advantage points over the most severe
international anti-pollution regulations.
During normal service the catalytic converter reaches high temperatures.
Therefore, do not park the car over inflammable material (grass, dry leaves, pine
needles, etc.): fire danger.WARNING

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DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER (DPF)
The Diesel Particulate Filter is a mechanical filter,
integral with the exhaust system, that physically traps
particulates present in the exhaust gases of Diesel
engines.
The diesel particular filter has been adopted to
eliminate almost totally particulates in compliance with
current / future law regulations.
During normal use of the car, the engine control unit
records a set of data (e.g.: travel time, type of route,
temperatures, etc.) and it will then calculate how much
particulates has been trapped by the filter.
Since this filter physically traps particulates, it shall be
cleaned (reclaimed) at regular intervals by burning
carbon particles.
Reclaiming procedure is controlled automatically by
the engine control unit according to the filter
conditions and the conditions of use of the car.During reclaiming the following phenomena could take
place: idling slight increase, fan activation, slight smoke
increase, high exhaust temperatures. These situations
shall not be considered as faults and they do not affect
car performance and environment.
If the dedicated message is displayed, refer to section
“Warning lights and messages”.

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SEAT BELTS .......................................................................... 112
PRETENSIONERS ................................................................. 117
CARRYING CHILDREN SAFELY ..................................... 120
PRESETTING FOR MOUNTING THE
“ISOFIX TYPE” CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM .............. 126
FRONT AIR BAGS .............................................................. 129
SIDE AIR BAGS
(Side bag - Window bag) ..................................................... 132

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SEAT BELTS
Fiat Multipla has a three-point seat belt on the centre seats too (front
and rear).
A special belt retainer (A), set on front passenger’s door post, allows to
lock the seat belt when the passenger is not wearing it.
Fit the belt into the retainer through its proper open side (B).
Fit the seat belt into the retainer when there are no passengers to
prevent maddening noises when driving.
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HOW TO USE THE SEAT BELTS
(for front seats)
The belt should be worn keeping the chest straight and rested against the
seat back.
To fasten the three belts, take the latching tongue (A) and clip it into the
buckle (B), until you hear it click.
At removal, if it jams, let it rewind for a short stretch, then pull it out
again without jerking.
To unfasten the seat belts, press button (C). Guide the seat belt with
your hand while it is rewinding, to prevent it from twisting.
Through the reel, the belt automatically adapts to the body of the
passenger wearing it, allowing freedom of movement. When the car is
parked on a steep slope the reel mechanism may block; this is normal.
The reel mechanism prevents the webbing coming out when it is jerked
or if the car brakes sharply, in a collision or when cornering at high
speeds.
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WARNINGNever press button (C) when travelling.

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USING THE REAR SEAT BELTS
Side seat belts
The seat belt has a double buckle. Unwind the belt slowly. Take tongue
(C) and insert it into seat (D). Then take tongue (A) and insert it into
seat (B). Make sure both buckles are well fastened.
When removing the side seats, wind up the belts and fasten the buckles
to the pins on the right and left sides of the car.
When repositioning the seats, make sure you do not invert them. The
correct position of the seats is shown on the labels fixed to the back of
the seats:
aleft-hand seat
bcentre seat
cright-hand seat
After refitting, the black section of the belts on the side seats should face
the outside of the car.
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Centre seat belt
The belt has a double buckle. Slowly unwind the belt from its reel (A),
take the tongue (D) and insert it in slot (E), then place tongue (B) in slot
(C); make sure both buckles lock properly.
When there is no-one in the centre seat fold both belt sections and place
the buckles in the receptacle (A), inside the locking slots.
When refitting the seats take care not to reverse their positions: the
centre seat is easily distinguished by the table on the seat back.
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Remember that in the event of a violent collision, back seat passengers not
wearing seat belts also represent a serious danger for the front seat
passengers.WARNING